Serving 46 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dayton School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dayton School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 105.5 square miles around Dayton, MT. The zone typically requires a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dayton School's student population of 46 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Motto
Working together to make every student a success!
School Rankings
Dayton School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton School is 0.42, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
15%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
74%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
35.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
35%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton School's ranking?
Dayton School is ranked #374 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Dayton School often compared to?
Dayton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View School, Linderman School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Dayton School?
46 students attend Dayton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dayton School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton School?
Dayton School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dayton School offer ?
Dayton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayton School part of?
Dayton School is part of Upper West Shore Elementary School District.
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